Dataran Bandaraya

The main cultural square of Johor Bahru, Dataran Bandaraya is home to the unmistakable JB Clock Tower, which happens to be the largest such structure in the entire state of Johor. The plaza immediately below houses a number of fountains and a large, open area used frequently for festivities and other public events, along with shops, restaurants and a whole lot of day-to-day goings on. Just off of Inner Ring Road, this square was first developed in 1994, when Johor Bahru was given its city status. If you're in town over the weekend, you'll want to put this spot on the itinerary.